Vehicle recall 06V306000 · August 7, 2006
Ottawa Commando 30, Commando 50 and 4 more models
On certain terminal tractors equipped with bendix air modulator valves, the electrical wiring to the air modulator brake valves from the electronic control module (ECM) is…
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- On certain terminal tractors equipped with bendix air modulator valves, the electrical wiring to the air modulator brake valves from the electronic control module (ECM) is incorrect. The wires to the "exhaust" and "hold" connections on the brake modulator valves are reversed.
- Consequence
- In an anti-lock braking event, this will cause the anti-lock braking system (ABS) to malfunction. The ABS performance will be degraded, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will provide owners with 4 modulator valve jumper harnesses for installation. Owners should have this remedy done by an individual who is familiar with "bendix" air modulator valves and basic electrical assembly procedures. The recall began on August 4, 2006. Owners may contact ottawa truck at 785-242-2200.
- Notes
- Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 06V306000
- Reported to NHTSA
- August 7, 2006
- Filed by
- KALMAR INDUSTRIES CORP
- Owner notification
- August 28, 2006
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 2,044
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Service brakes, air › Antilock › Control unit/module
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Ottawa Commando 30 (2002-2004): 2004, 2003, 2002
- Ottawa Commando 50 (2002-2004): 2004, 2003, 2002
- Ottawa Commando 60 DOT/EPA (2002-2004): 2004, 2003, 2002
- Ottawa Terminal Tractor 30 (2004-2006): 2006, 2005, 2004
- Ottawa Terminal Tractor 50 (2004-2006): 2006, 2005, 2004
- Ottawa Terminal Tractor 60 (2004-2006): 2006, 2005, 2004
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